BBNaija Season 11 Begins as 19 Housemates Battle for Record ₦160m Prize

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Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, has officially unveiled the first set of contestants for its Season 11 edition, marking the return of one of Nigeria’s biggest reality television shows.

The 2026 edition of the reality show premiered on Sunday evening, with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu introducing the first batch of housemates competing for the record-breaking ₦160 million grand prize.

The contestants, drawn from different parts of the country and various professional backgrounds, are expected to entertain viewers and compete through weeks of tasks, nominations and evictions.

The first set of unveiled housemates include:

1. Tram

Tram is a 24-year-old Lagos-based streamer who revealed that he is not interested in romance or distractions during his time in the house.

2. Martins

Martins, 30, is a visual storyteller and model from Kogi State.

3. Abi

Abi is a chef and model from Osun State.

4. Chimsom Chuka

Chimsom is a 27-year-old pharmacist from Anambra State.

5. Keivo

Keivo, 27, is a web developer from Benue State who disclosed that he is open to finding love on the show.

6. Mercedes

Mercedes, 26, is a massage therapist from Delta State.

7. Kamsy

Kamsy is a 24-year-old event planner.

8. Sultex

Sultex, 24, is a dancer and choreographer from Lagos State.

9. Aikou

Aikou is a 25-year-old Abuja-based book lover who describes himself as calm, strong-willed and comfortable in his own company.

10. Flora

Flora is a makeup entrepreneur.

Other contestants introduced include Bells, Gerald, Oyin, Sheba, Araga, Ricky, Nomy, Barry and Neche.

The new season is expected to deliver the usual mix of drama, entertainment, competitions and unexpected twists as the housemates compete for the grand prize and the title of BBNaija Season 11 winner.